I appreciate your consideration for your upcoming event! With over 30 years of experience in cooking, I have had the privilege of working in California, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. My culinary expertise has extended to serving the rich and famous, and even owning a restaurant in the Caribbean. Regardless of the scale, I am capable of handling small dinner parties or larger events, catering to 10 to 150 guests. My meticulous attention to detail and high-end services are a testament to my passion for cooking.
As a private Chef, I am dedicated to providing exemplary services, ensuring your event is a success. I aim to create an extraordinary experience for you, delivering delicious scratch-made cuisine with promptness and professionalism.
When it comes to hiring a private Chef, it is vital to consider the following factors. Firstly, private Chefs can also provide catering services but often work individually without any staff assistance. Secondly, the country has less than 5,000 private Chefs, with 60% of them hired by single households. The private Chef industry has experienced a surge due to the pandemic, with more people seeking home-based events for their culinary needs.
It's important to note that the average cost of hiring a private Chef within the country is $250 per person. This cost varies based on the Chef's experience, location, and state. If you're looking for a reliable source to find a private Chef, CrackerJack is an excellent starting point.
Private Chefs are accountable for designing menus, managing customer service, and preparing menus for events. They can also assist in booking bartenders, arranging florals, creating printed menus, etc. To ensure you hire the right Chef, inquire about their work experience and any reviews or referrals.
At RoadhouseCulinary, we have extensive experience in private events, spanning over three decades. Regardless of your event, we are eager to work with you to make it a success. While we are located in New Jersey, we can travel domestically and internationally to meet your event needs. Please check my calendar for available dates before sending a request to call or text my phone number below.
Cuisine types:
American - casual, American - formal, Italian, Southern, Mexican / Latin American, Mediterranean / Middle Eastern, Asian, French, Barbecue, Indian
Service location:
Customer location
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Service Reviews
4.7
29 reviews
Service as described
4.9
Communication
4.4
Punctuality
4.7
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Jessica C.
During the summer, we arranged for Chef Kelly and her team to organize a retirement dinner for my parents's intimate gathering. Collaborating with Kelly to come up with the perfect menu was a delightful experience, and she accommodated any last-minute changes we requested.
On the day of the event, everything went smoothly! We started with four appetizers, a salad, two entrees, and two desserts. Kelly and her team skillfully presented each starter and allowed ample time between courses for us to enjoy each other's company.
The presentation and flavor of the food left my parents in awe! This is quite an accomplishment, as my dad is not easily impressed and rarely expresses satisfaction. However, he was grinning the entire time, which is a true testament to the quality of Kelly's work.
I highly recommend Kelly for any occasion, and I look forward to working with her again soon!
November 7, 2022
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Sarah S.
Over the course of four nights, Roadhouses Culinary provided us with a truly gourmet dining experience. Prior to each course, our chef provided us with a detailed explanation of the ingredients used, which enhanced our appreciation of the food. The ingredients were fresh and the food was scrumptious. Moreover, Kelly was a delight to collaborate with and the kitchen was left immaculate. All ten of us agreed that the private chef meals were a standout feature of our trip. Therefore, I would strongly suggest Roadhouses Culinary.
August 29, 2022
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Megan B.
Karen, thank you for the excellent review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We recently had the pleasure of Chef Kelly catering a remarkable Hawaiian dinner party for us! The themed dinner was a huge success, featuring filet mignon, tuna with mango pineapple salsa, and a selection of delicious hors d'oeuvres including shrimp cocktail, tuna tartare, spring rolls, and Hawaiian pizza bites. We were also treated to coconut macarons and mouthwatering chocolate pudding with homemade whipped cream for dessert. Chef Kelly effortlessly prepared everything in our kitchen, and even provided Mai Tais with fresh squeezed orange juice.
Kelly's expertise extended beyond just the food. She created a fabulous menu, brought decorations, and even showed up the night before to provide flowers and ribbons for our guests to make their own fresh leis. Her dedication and creativity made our event unforgettable. After the party, Chef Kelly left our kitchen spotless.
Overall, our experience with Chef Kelly was exceptional. She is dependable, talented, and truly committed to making your event a success. Our guests are still raving about our unforgettable dinner party, and we can't wait to book Chef Kelly again! Thank you for everything, Kelly! Aloha and Mahalo!
June 22, 2022
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Matthew N.
Roadhouse Culinary proved to be outstanding from the beginning to the end of our engagement. The food served was superb, and the staff members were hospitable and competent. I would highly recommend their services. A perfect score of 10 out of 10!
June 6, 2022
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Stephanie Y.
Wow, what an amazing dinner! It was organized by Kelly for my 50th birthday and was attended by 10 people. Kelly expertly paired my wine selections with the menu which was simply fantastic. I had been following Kelly on Facebook for some time and had high expectations for the dinner, but every expectation was exceeded. There were so many mouth-watering options to choose from that it was difficult to narrow down our choices. The appetizers were particularly impressive with 8 bite-sized flavors that left us all in awe. After that, we were served halibut chowder, Caesar salad, rigatoni Bolognese, and the main course red wine braised short ribs. The dessert was a bourbon caramel bread pudding, brownie bites, and chocolate dipped fruit- all of them delicious. Everyone at the table had a great time and raved about the dinner for hours. Kelly and her team arrived early and helped hand wash all our china, flatware, and stemware which was so kind of them. They also provided containers for the leftovers and emailed us instructions on how to reheat the food and how long it would last. Although I was so busy enjoying the meal that I only took a few photos, Kelly has captured everything on her Facebook page. Every course was stunning, but I won't continue as I may have already lost your attention. Nonetheless, thank you so much Kelly!
